Sending holiday cards is a thoughtful way to show appreciation to your clients, colleagues, and business partners. With the end-of-year rush fast approaching, it’s important to start planning now to ensure everything goes smoothly. Here’s how you can break down the project so your cards are ready and out the door by early December. 1. Build Your List in Early November Begin … [Read more...] about Sending Holiday Cards? It’s Time to Get Cracking!
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Prepare for Holiday Staffing by Managing Workloads and Leave Requests
As the holiday season approaches, you’re likely facing one of the trickiest balancing acts of the year—handling time-off requests while keeping the office running smoothly. The end of the year often brings a flood of leave requests as employees want to take time off to spend with family, travel, or simply recharge. At the same time, client demands and deadlines don’t slow down. … [Read more...] about Prepare for Holiday Staffing by Managing Workloads and Leave Requests
Hiring inequities remain for law school graduates of color
NALP has released the 50th consecutive edition of its Jobs & JDs: Employment and Salaries of New Law Graduates — Class of 2023 report, available on NALP's bookstore. Jobs & JDs is NALP's hallmark annual research report that presents a comprehensive analysis on the types of employment and salaries obtained by recent graduates, with data on approximately 98% of the Class … [Read more...] about Hiring inequities remain for law school graduates of color
10 ways your law firm can observe Pro Bono Week 2024
Pro Bono Week, sponsored by the American Bar Association’s Standing Committee on Pro Bono and Public Service, is a national celebration that highlights the outstanding volunteer work lawyers provide to those who cannot afford legal services. It's a week dedicated to recognizing the importance of pro bono work and encouraging attorneys to give back to their communities, such as … [Read more...] about 10 ways your law firm can observe Pro Bono Week 2024
Maximizing Productivity During Q4: End-of-Year Strategies for Law Office Administrators
As the year begins to wind down, the final quarter can often feel like a whirlwind. With year-end deadlines, holiday schedules, and the pressure to hit annual goals, Q4 is one of the busiest times for law offices. As a law office administrator, your role in keeping things running smoothly becomes more critical than ever. By implementing a few key strategies, you can … [Read more...] about Maximizing Productivity During Q4: End-of-Year Strategies for Law Office Administrators
Sample Policy: Halloween Costumes
Creating a policy for dressing up for Halloween in a law office is important to ensure that employees maintain professionalism while still having the opportunity to enjoy the holiday. Here's a suggested policy: [Law Office Name] Halloween Dress-Up Policy Purpose: The purpose of this policy is to allow employees to participate in Halloween festivities while maintaining a … [Read more...] about Sample Policy: Halloween Costumes
How to manage change
"The only constant in life is change." This timeless adage rings especially true in the dynamic world of legal practice. As a law office administrator, navigating changes—whether they stem from adopting new technology, undergoing organizational restructuring, or implementing revised policies and procedures—is essential for maintaining efficiency and fostering growth within your … [Read more...] about How to manage change
How to turn setback into comebacks
In the demanding realm of law office management, setbacks are part and parcel of the journey. Whether it's a key staff member leaving unexpectedly, a significant case taking an unexpected turn, or new regulations disrupting your workflow, these challenges can feel daunting. However, with the right approach and strategies, you can transform these setbacks into powerful … [Read more...] about How to turn setback into comebacks
8 rules for running your office right, especially if it’s a small one
The smaller the office, the more the manager works under a microscope. Everybody sees everything that's going on and everything the manager does. For a new manager in that setting, the microscope gets even stronger because staff are watching to see who their new boss is. And if that new manager has been promoted from within, the scrutiny is unforgiving because it's coming … [Read more...] about 8 rules for running your office right, especially if it’s a small one
7 projects to tackle in September
As the summer winds down and the pace picks up, September is the perfect time to dive into projects that will set your law office up for success in the months ahead. Here are seven key projects to focus on that will help you streamline operations, boost efficiency, and ensure that your team is prepared for the busy fall season. 1. Review and Update Case Management … [Read more...] about 7 projects to tackle in September